FIREPLACE SPECIFICATIONS

Cat. No. H3427

Model: MPE-33R

Description: Merit Plus Electric Fireplace, 33” Radiant

Shipping Weight: 81 lb.'s (36.75 KG) Packaging:

41” x 17 3/4” x 33 1/2”

(1040 mm x 451 mm x 850 mm)

14.1cu. ft.

Power Requirements: (120 Volt, 60 Hz.)

Rated Wattage - 1600 Watts Amperage - 13.33 Amps

(240 Volt, 60 Hz.)

Rated Wattage - 3000 Watts Amperage - 12.5 Amps

Blower CFM: 83 CFM

(120 V): 5,461 BTU/HR

(240 V): 10,239 BTU/HR

MINIMUM CLEARANCES TO COMBUSTIBLES

This appliance is an electric fireplace designed to be framed in with combustible materials (up to the edge of the appliance). A drywall lip at the top of the fireplace and 4 nailing flanges on the sides of the appliance is provided to facilitate installation.

 

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Mantel Clearance: Combustible and Non-combustible mantels may be installed at any height above the top of the face of fireplace.

Hearth Protection: A hearth is not mandatory, but it is recommended for aesthetic purposes. Secure the hearth extension to the floor to prevent possible shifting. Do no block the air- flow beneath the appliance (read the following WARNING).

PRE-INSTALLATION

Before You Start

Check appliance for any concealed damage.

DETAILED INSTALLATION STEPS

1.Complete the framing opening to the dimen- sions specified in Figure 2.

2.Prepare the connections to power source: 120 Volt Connections - Locate the power cord on the left side of the unit and connect it to the outlet installed during the framing (see Figure 2). Verify that the power to the receptacle is off.

Hard wired installation:

Ensure that there is a minimum of 8" of the service cable for connection to the junction box on the fireplace.

-Loosen four screws to remove the junction box cover plate.

-Disconnect and remove the 120 Volt power cord from the fireplace wires.

-Position the fireplace into the framed-in opening. Attach fireplace to frame using nailing flanges provided.

-Complete the wiring to the fireplace as shown on Page 10.

-Place all wire connectors inside the junction box.

-Attach junction box cover plate with four screws.

240 Volt Connections - Ensure that there is a minimum of 8" of the service cable for connection to the junction box on the fireplace.

-Loosen four screws to remove the junction box cover plate.

-Disconnect and remove the 120 Volt power cord from the fireplace wires.

-Position the fireplace into the framed-in opening. Attach fireplace to frame using nailing flanges provided.

-Complete the wiring to the fireplace as shown on Page 11.

-Place all wire connectors inside the junction box.

-Attach junction box cover plate with four screws.

The fireplace wires L1, L2, N, N1, N2 and G are attached to the rear of the junction box cable clamp for easy access.

NOTE: DIAGRAMS & ILLUSTRATIONS NOT TO SCALE.

3.Wire a dedicated, properly fused circuit with an Amp rating for the appropriate voltage (120 V - 15 Amps or 240 V - 20 Amps). A dedicated circuit is required to prevent overloading a house circuit in cases of having multiple appliances on the same circuit. Use an outlet that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter where required by electrical code.

4.(If applicable) Make wall mount wall switch or wall thermostat connections as outlined on Pages 11 & 12.

5.Perform a function test. See Manual Control Panel Operation on Page 6 and Remote Control Operation on Page 7.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Refer to the electrical diagrams on Pages 10 to 14.

WARNING

Electrical wiring must comply with local building codes and other applicable regulations to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to individuals.

IMPORTANT

Any electrical re-wiring of this appliance must be done by a qualified electrician.

WARNING

Do not use this fireplace if any part of it has been underwater. Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the fireplace and replace any part of the electrical system which has been under water.

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